The Army has more jobs"in a variety of areas"than you would ever expect: over 150 jobs for Soldiers on Active Duty, and 120 jobs in the Army Reserve. From working with computers to assisting physicians to fixing helicopters, there's an Army job right for you. Administrative Support Focuses on support jobs dealing with Army personnel, administration, finance, legal, … [Read more...]
Reserve Health Care
Tricare Benefits for Activated Reservists Families of activated Reservists become eligible for health care benefits under TRICARE Standard or TRICARE Extra on the first day of the military sponsor's active duty, if his or her orders are for a period of more than 30 consecutive days, or if the orders are for an indefinite period. For more information, visit the Office, … [Read more...]
Reserve Education
Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB-SR): If you have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and score above 50 on the ASVAB you can enlist in the Army Reserves and get part of your college education paid for. You can earn $10,152 for college. Enlist for six years and earn more than $22,000. Selected Reserve Montgomery GI Bill … [Read more...]
Reserve Pay & Benefits
Reserve soldiers earn what's called Unit Training Pay. Unit Training Pay is money you earn while training on weekends and during full-time training events. Unit Training Pay is only part of your total pay as a Soldier in the Army Reserve. There are many other ways to earn additional money in the Army though allowances, bonuses and educational benefits. Show me the … [Read more...]
Reserve – Activation
As a Soldier in the Army Reserve, part of your job is to defend our country and uphold our freedoms. World events may create a need for you to be called into Active Duty. In support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, Noble Eagle and Enduring Freedom, Army Reserve Soldiers have been activated and deployed throughout the United States and overseas. If you are activated or … [Read more...]